Substance Abuse Counseling

Are you a good listener who wants to help people in crisis? Are you motivated to understand and help change addictive behavior?

Consider the related programs of Substance Abuse Counseling and
Social Work, both offered with a variety of degree and certificate options at Eastfield College.

Social Services Careers

Careers in social services are challenging but incredibly rewarding. Our dual program emphasis in Substance Abuse Counseling and Social Work ensures that you’ll learn both the theory and the practical skills necessary for your future career.

Why is This a Good Career Bet?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, health-related occupations will add the most new jobs to the economy – nearly one-third of the total increase – through 2024.

CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, projects job growth increase through 2024 in Texas of 17 to 25 percent for various social work positions, and 30 percent for substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors.